An Act for improving patient outcomes across the continuum
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- Introduced
- Passed Senate
- Passed House
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill, titled ‘An Act for improving patient outcomes across the continuum,’ aims to enhance the quality of care patients receive throughout their healthcare journey. It seeks to address gaps in support and access, particularly for individuals with cognitive impairments and those facing challenges with healthcare costs. The legislation intends to create a more comprehensive and patient-centered approach to healthcare delivery in Massachusetts. It is currently under consideration by the Public Health committees.
Key provisions
- Scheduling a suitable ride home for patients with cognitive impairments after hospital discharge.
- Addressing uncollected co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles.
- Exploring equitable payment practices from the Commonwealth.
- Improving patient access to information regarding breast reconstructive surgery.
- Advancing health care research and decision-making centered on patients and people with disabilities.
Who is affected
- Patients
- Individuals with cognitive impairments
- Healthcare providers
- The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
- People with disabilities
Notable changes
- The bill proposes addressing issues related to transportation for discharged patients.
- It seeks to improve financial accessibility to healthcare services.
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